Senior Neighbors: Nov. 5 Nov 6, 2009
On Friday, Nov. 20, from 10-11:30 a.m.: Hearing Screenings will be conducted by a trained Beltone Community Outreach Specialist ... On the day of this event, appointments can be made for free video car scans, hearing screening and free instrument cleanings ... Screening tests are by appointment only and will be scheduled every 15 minutes. (Wellesley Townsman, MA)
NSW spends least on preventive public health Nov 6, 2009
Public health activities are aimed at prevention and protection and include communicable disease control, food standards and hygiene, screening programs, drug use prevention and immunisation ... Most money went towards immunisation (33 per cent), health promotion (17 per cent) and screening for such things as breast, bowel and cervical cancer (13 per cent). (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
First U.S. Uterus Transplant Planned Nov 6, 2009
A team based in Manhattan has begun screening women left barren by cancer, injuries or other problems who want a chance to bear their own children. "The desire to have a child is a tremendous driving force for many women," said Giuseppe Del Priore of the New York Downtown Hospital, who is leading the team. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
Fort Hood gunman alive, Army says Nov 6, 2009
The shooting began around 1:30 p.m. when shots were fired at the base's Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening, said Cone at Fort Hood. "It's a terrible tragedy. It's stunning," Cone said. (Anchorage Daily News)
Australians are xenophobic Nov 6, 2009
He makes the argument that "People who arrive by boat present a more confronting challenge to legal, security and health screening than those who arrive by air and overstay their visas. Arrivals by air must present valid documentation before travelling." ... Sheehan also argues that "The rigorous deterrence and screening of unauthorised arrivals is integral to national security. Some of those who have settled in Australia and later engaged in criminal behaviour or welfare fraud have arrived via... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 6, 2009
Plans were announced by the Transportation Security Administration to propose the trial use of backscatter x-ray for passenger screening at several U.S. airports ... Information about the passenger prescreening program Secure Flight, which EPIC deems fundamentally flawed. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
There's something about Boston Nov 6, 2009
Unexpected guests The Boston Jewish Film Festival is welcoming a few special guests this weekend - some of whom weren t originally expected to attend screenings in person ... She ll also be at the Coolidge Corner Theatre screening the film at 7:45 p.m. on Sunday ... And on Sunday at 5:30 p.m. at the Coolidge, Boston Breakers captain Kristine Lilly will greet fans at a screening of Sons of Sakhnin United, a documentary about an Arab-Jewish Israeli soccer team. (Boston Globe)
Swine flu hits cancer screening Nov 6, 2009
A bowel cancer screening programme, due to begin in December, has been delayed, because money to pay for it has gone towards paying for swine flu instead ... To try and tackle the issue, last year the Department of Health set itself a target of introducing a bowel cancer screening programme for those aged between 60 and 69 ... "Those of us involved in the cancer network in Northern Ireland had been looking forward to the start of this screening," she said. (BBC News -- UK)
Freeman Academy and Freeman High School both lost their district semifinal matches Thursday, Nov. 5. FA fell to Ethan 0-3 (23-25, 16-25, 12-25) while FHS lost to Avon 1-3 (23-25, 25-21, 20-25, 19-25). Ethan and Avon will meet for the District 11B title Friday night at 7 p.m. at the FHS Gym ... FA and FHS both earned first-round wins in the District 11B Volleyball Tournament Tuesday night. No. 4 FA defeated No. 5 Scotland 3-1 (25-18, 16-25, 25-19, 25-18) and Freeman beat No. 6 Menno 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-17) ... ';var marqueewidth="540px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#EEEEEE";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Fighting the flu Nov 6, 2009
Svartoien said all work together in the areas of instruction, registration, screening, direction and execution required to effectively pull off an event like last week's flu clinic - or something far more urgent. "The sense of urgency for a flu shot is different than other pandemics we might prepare for," Svartoien said. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Army: Fort Hood shootings suspect is alive Nov 6, 2009
President Barack Obama called the shooting at the Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening, "a horrific outburst of violence." ... President Barack Obama called the shooting at the Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening, "a horrific outburst of violence.". (Honolulu Star-Bulletin)
Firing at US military base; 12 dead, 31 hurt Nov 6, 2009
US President Barack Obama called the shooting at the Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening, ``a horrific outburst of violence. . (India Times, India)
Health care in the Hill Country has never been better Nov 6, 2009
Writer Lauren Cafferty explains the importance of screening for breast cancer and points out that it can be done locally on Parmer Lane in Cedar Park or on Anderson Mill Road at Austin Radiological Association. Deborah Mathison writes, The word hysterectomy used to send a women's to-do list into a tizzy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Nov 6, 2009
Screening for flu or Sars at UK airports to try to stop a pandemic taking hold in Britain will not work, warns an article in this week's British Medical Journal. Many people could be incubating the infection when tested but not show positive results because flight times are not long enough to allow flu or Sars to develop to the point of detection. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Army: 12 dead, 31 hurt in attacks at U.S. base Nov 6, 2009
It's stunning," Cone said.Officials told the Associated Press on condition of anonymity that the slain suspect has been identified as Maj. Malik Nadal Hasan, who they say was an Army mental health professional.A law enforcement official identified the shooting suspect as Hasan, who was believed to be in his late 30s, and said he was killed after opening fire at the base. The official says investigators are trying to determine if Hasan was his birth name, or if he changed his name and converted... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Obama's Achievements Nov 6, 2009
Cajunator wrote on Oct 29, 2009 12:22 PM:" Frank Rizzo: You are correct. When I think about Obama's response to General McChrystal's request for additional troops, I am reminded of Hillary Clinton during her campaign for the Democratic nomination. Remember the "3:00 AM phone call"? General McChrystal submitted the 66 page report requesting 40,000 additional troops on August 30th. In other words, the proverbial "3:00 AM phone call" was made 2 months ago, and Obama must have been screening his... (New Iberia, LA)
Army post shooting rampage leaves 12 dead, 31 hurt Nov 6, 2009
The gunfire broke out around 1:30 p.m. at the Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening. Nearby, some soldiers were readying to head into a graduation ceremony for troops and families who had recently earned degrees. (Fresno Bee)
You, too, can be a campaign reporter! Nov 6, 2009
A. Attending a charity screening of "The Hunt for Red October" in Knoxville, Tenn. B. Standing in the checkout line at a Kroger grocery store in Nashville. (Salon)
Shooting suspect still alive after rampage at Fort Hood Nov 6, 2009
President Barack Obama called the shooting at the Soldier Readiness Center, where soldiers who are about to be deployed or who are returning undergo medical screening, a horrific outburst of violence. . (AZCentral)
Could "Sealed v. Sealed" be a Rove indictment? Nov 6, 2009
It's also the first screening point for soldiers returning from theater, and the first time they are asked questions about the potentially serious mental consequences of combat. Hutchison said that in this case the center was "processing soldiers to go to Iraq and Afghanistan.". (Salon)
Report: Agent Saw 12-Year-Old In Garrido Home Nov 6, 2009
Shaw earlier said that in an initial screening of the Garrido case, it did not look like there was any criminal conduct by anyone from corrections. The inspector general is responsible for independent oversight of corrections. (KSBW 8, CA)
Health calendar Nov 6, 2009
HMSA's HEALTHPASS, a health risk assessment program, including screening for blood pressure, cholesterol, glucose, body composition and body fat; 7-9:30 a.m., Nov. 6; Mililani YMCA; and 7-11:30 a.m. Nov. 21; HMSA Center, 818 Keeaumoku St., room S100; free for HMSA members, by appointment only: 432-9220 ... Mammograms for uninsured and underinsured women, qualified women, ages 40-49, may call for free breast cancer screening and health education; Mondays-Fridays, Hawaii Medical Center East in... (Honolulu Advertiser)
Thieves steal truck with H1N1 vaccine in Milwaukee Nov 6, 2009
Before Los Angeles County health officials stepped up screening at their flu clinics, Natalie Thompson sailed through the long line and got the vaccine along with her 8-year-old son, even though she's not in one of the priority groups ... Before Los Angeles County health officials stepped up screening at their flu clinics, Natalie Thompson sailed through the long line and got the vaccine along with her 8-year-old son, even though she's not in one of the priority groups. (Fresno Bee -- Nation)
U.S. Hip Fracture Rate Could Drop 25 Percent With Aggressive Osteoporosis Prevention Nov 5, 2009
The Healthy Bones Program aggressively targets people at risk for hip fractures by identifying them through KP HealthConnect to ensure they get the bone density screenings and medications they need ... In this study, researchers found that annual bone density screening rates increased by 263 percent from 2002 to 2007. (Science Daily)
5 British soldiers shot dead by ‘rogue’ Afghan policeman Nov 5, 2009
It argues for steps like creating biometric databases and even more carefully screening applicants. A key part of the strategy in Afghanistan is to build competent army and police forces that can eventually take over security responsibilities. (Boston Globe)
Nigeria records first case of A/H1N1 flu Nov 5, 2009
The Lagos State ministry of health whose domain the first case of the flu was recorded was said to have carried out surveillance, performing medical checks and screening residents but has not discovered any other victim. The ministry assured Nigerians that the federal ministry of health and all the states ministries of health had strengthened their preparedness and response plans and had put in place enhanced surveillance to pick up and contain any case that might occur. (Xinhuanet, China)
AC/DC give Wiggles shock Nov 5, 2009
Booth returned to Adelaide thisweek for the film's Australian premiere before heading to Sydney forlast night's screening at the Dendy Opera Quays , where she was. joined on the red carpet. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Health care in the Hill Country has never been better Nov 5, 2009
Writer Lauren Cafferty explains the importance of screening for breast cancer and points out that it can be done locally on Parmer Lane in Cedar Park or on Anderson Mill Road at Austin Radiological Association. Deborah Mathison writes, The word hysterectomy used to send a women's to-do list into a tizzy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Simple tips for promoting breast cancer awareness in your own life Nov 5, 2009
The American Cancer Society recommends that all women age 40 and older should have a screening mammogram every year, and should continue to do so for as long as they are in good health. For more information about breast cancer and screenings and to locate a free or low-cost clinic, visit or call (800) CDC-Info. (Lake City Reporter, FL)
Australians are xenophobic Nov 5, 2009
He makes the argument that "People who arrive by boat present a more confronting challenge to legal, security and health screening than those who arrive by air and overstay their visas. Arrivals by air must present valid documentation before travelling." ... Sheehan also argues that "The rigorous deterrence and screening of unauthorised arrivals is integral to national security. Some of those who have settled in Australia and later engaged in criminal behaviour or welfare fraud have arrived via... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Opinion)
GOP organizes 12-hour online town hall for Thursday Nov 5, 2009
Patriot Act Reauthorization , CAFTA, Katrina Hurricane-relief Appropriations, Head Start Funding, Line-item Rescission, Oman Trade Agreement, Military Tribunals, Electronic Surveillance, Head Start Funding, COPS Funding, Funding the REAL ID Act (National ID), Foreign Intelligence Surveillance, Thought Crimes Violent Radicalization and Homegrown Terrorism Prevention Act, Peru Free Trade Agreement, Economic Stimulus, Farm Bill (Veto Override), Warrantless Searches, Employee Verification... (TheHill.com)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 5, 2009
Plans were announced by the Transportation Security Administration to propose the trial use of backscatter x-ray for passenger screening at several U.S. airports ... Information about the passenger prescreening program Secure Flight, which EPIC deems fundamentally flawed. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Common Plants Can Eliminate Air Pollutants Nov 5, 2009
Yang, Dong Sik, Pennisi, Svoboda V., Son, Ki-Cheol, Kays, Stanley J. Screening Indoor Plants for Volatile Organic Pollutant Removal Efficiency. HortScience, Published online 1 August 2009; in print 44: 1377-1381 (2009). (Science Daily)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Nov 5, 2009
Screening for flu or Sars at UK airports to try to stop a pandemic taking hold in Britain will not work, warns an article in this week's British Medical Journal. Many people could be incubating the infection when tested but not show positive results because flight times are not long enough to allow flu or Sars to develop to the point of detection. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
Paige: Extra chromosome, extra special Nov 5, 2009
Then, at another obstetrics appointment a few weeks later, my doctor said he had the results of my screening. What I was about to hear shocked me beyond belief. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Sport)
World Trade Center Responders Plagued With Asthma; 9/11 Responders Twice As Likely To Have Asthma Nov 4, 2009
Researchers examined the medical records of 20,843 WTC responders who received medical screenings from July 2002 to December 2007 as part of the Mount Sinai School of Medicine-coordinated WTC Program ... 6, 2006) The Mount Sinai Medical Center has released the findings from the World Trade Center Worker and Volunteer Medical Screening Program, the largest multi-center clinical program providing medical. (Science Daily)
Freeman Academy and Freeman High School both earned first-round wins in the District 11B Volleyball Tournament Tuesday night. No. 4 FA defeated No. 5 Scotland 3-1 (25-18, 16-25, 25-19, 25-18) and will face top-seed Ethan Thursday at 5:30 p.m. No. 3 Freeman beat No. 6 Menno 3-0 (25-16, 25-13, 25-17) and will play No. 2 Avon in Thursday\'s second match. ... ';var marqueewidth="540px";var marqueeheight="25px";var marqueebgcolor="#EEEEEE";////NO NEED TO EDIT BELOW THIS LINE////////////var pauseit=1;var marqueespeed=1 //slow speed down by 1 for NSvar copyspeed=marqueespeedvar pausespeed=(pauseit==0)? copyspeed: 0var iedom=document.all||document.getElementByIdif (iedom)document.write(''+marqueecontent+'')var actualwidth=''var cross_marquee, ns_marqueefunction populate(){if (iedom){cross_marquee=document.getElementById? document.getElementById("iemarquee") : document.all.iemarqueecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"cross_marquee.innerHTML=marqueecontentactualwidth=document.all? temp.offsetWidth : document.getElementById("temp").offsetWidth}else if (document.layers){ns_marquee=document.ns_marquee.document.ns_marquee2ns_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8ns_marquee.document.write(marqueecontent)ns_marquee.document.close()actualwidth=ns_marquee.document.width}lefttime=setInterval("scrollmarquee()",20)}window.onload=populate;function scrollmarquee(){if (iedom){if (parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))cross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(cross_marquee.style.left)-copyspeed+"px"elsecross_marquee.style.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8+"px"}else if (document.layers){if (ns_marquee.left>(actualwidth*(-1)+8))ns_marquee.left-=copyspeedelsens_marquee.left=parseInt(marqueewidth)+8}}if (iedom||document.layers){with (document){document.write('')if (iedom){write('')write('')write('')write('')}else if (document.layers){write('')write('')write('')}document.write('')}}Fighting the flu Nov 4, 2009
Svartoien said all work together in the areas of instruction, registration, screening, direction and execution required to effectively pull off an event like last week's flu clinic - or something far more urgent. "The sense of urgency for a flu shot is different than other pandemics we might prepare for," Svartoien said. (Freeman Courier, SD)
Is an Educated Wife Good for a Man'... Nov 4, 2009
A few years ago, a group of researchers from Norway undertook a study to find out whether how well educated a woman was might influencecoronary heart disease (CHD) risk factors in her husband - and whether this "spouse's educational level' had any effect on mortality from heart disease. Socio-Economic Status Many studies have shown that socio-economic status (SES) does have a significant bearing on heart health. Low socioeconomic status has been shown to be an established mortality: the lower... (Suite101.com)
First U.S. Uterus Transplant Planned Nov 4, 2009
A team based in Manhattan has begun screening women left barren by cancer, injuries or other problems who want a chance to bear their own children. "The desire to have a child is a tremendous driving force for many women," said Giuseppe Del Priore of the New York Downtown Hospital, who is leading the team. (Yahoo News -- Women's Issues)
High Blood Pressure Likely in Alzheimer's Offspring Nov 4, 2009
"As these risk factors cluster in families, it is important to realize that early interventions could prevent late-onset Alzheimer's disease. One could argue for a high-risk prevention strategy by identifying the offspring of patients with Alzheimer's disease, screening them for hypertension and vascular factors and implementing various (non)pharmacological health measures.". SOURCE: JAMA/Archives journals, news release, Nov. 2, 2009. (MEDLINEplus)
Doctors Overprescribing the Pap Test Nov 4, 2009
Many ignore guidelines, recommend screening to women at low risk, survey shows ... MONDAY, Nov. 2 (HealthDay News) -- In 2002 and 2003, screening guidelines for the cervical cancer-detecting Pap test were changed significantly, yet fewer than one-third of U.S. primary care physicians follow those guidelines, according to a recent study ... "We conducted a nationally representative survey of primary care physicians in the U.S., and found that the majority of physicians do not have... (MEDLINEplus)
Click to read:Republicans Sweep N.J., Va. Gov. Races Nov 4, 2009
Already CNN is screening Obama agenda on the ballot. I never thought that these people went so low. (CBS News)
Ronald George St. Romain, 72, volunteer at special-needs center Nov 4, 2009
She didn't know if Mr. St. Romain would even complete the screening process, much less become a volunteer. "A lot of people come one time, and that's it," Mrs. Deramus said. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Cervical cancer cases on the rise in Brunei Nov 4, 2009
Suyoi said that the low percentage was worrying because cervical cancer could be prevented through screening. He said that inaccurate beliefs on pap smear exam and daily hassles such as coping with work while assuming their roles as wife and mother were among the causes of the low percentage. (Xinhuanet, China)
Readers Write 11/4 Nov 4, 2009
The American Cancer Society is not changing its cancer screening guidelines, and we continue to support existing Georgia laws that guarantee insurance coverage for certain medical tests and procedures. Laws that guarantee health benefits save lives by ensuring access to critical cancer screening tests such as mammography, colonoscopy and Pap tests, as well as cutting-edge clinical trials ... Scientific evidence shows that access to appropriate use of these screening tests could reduce certain... (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
Effectiveness of cancer screenings questioned Nov 4, 2009
Prostate and breast cancer screenings misunderstood ... While breast and prostate cancer screenings have often drawn controversy, a new study raises questions about whether their benefits are being exaggerated because some of the most aggressive tumors are being missed ... An article in the Oct. 21 Journal of the American Medical Association challenged the validity of previous studies that claim screening significantly reduces the number of deaths in those two cancers. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
CombiMatrix Corporation to Release Third Quarter Financial Results on November 11, 2009 Nov 4, 2009
Other technologies include proprietary molecular synthesis and screening methods for the discovery of potential new drugs. Combimatrix Molecular Diagnostics, Inc. ("CMDX"), our wholly owned subsidiary located in Irvine, California, has developed capabilities of producing arrays that utilize bacterial artificial chromosomes, which also enable genetic analysis. (Primezone Releases)
Jim Thorpe Award Semi-Finalists Announced Nov 4, 2009
OKLAHOMA CITY (November 3, 2009)--The Jim Thorpe Award Screening Committee has announced 12 semi-finalists for the award given annually to the nations best college defensive back ... The Screening Committee was allowed only 12 candidates on the semi-finalist list, but determined five additional outstanding players deserved recognition and were given honorable mention status. (KWTX.com, TX)
Suicide-prevention efforts focus on tracks Nov 3, 2009
" I have seen too much hand wringing with no solid solutions or help suggestions offered. Let's get out of denial and start LISTENING TO OUR KIDS Hello???????? are they not the "real experts" in living the Palo Alto lifestyle as a young person? (witness the treatment the young people received at the last evening panel....second class citizens behind the "experts") Think about this please..... Posted by OhlonePar, a resident of the Duveneck/St. Francis neighborhood, 2 hours agoMeMe, There's been... (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Landau Still Taken By Direction Of 'North By Northwest' Nov 3, 2009
Set to attend the screening of the film at AFI Fest Los Angeles are stars Eva Marie Saint, (who plays the mysterious romantic interest, Eve) and Martin Landau (Vandamm's henchman, Leonard), the only surviving major cast members of the film. In a recent @ The Movies interview, Landau, couldn't be more pleased knowing that the film still feels fresh to audiences 50 years after its release. (KIRO TV, WA)
The Young Pro Nov 3, 2009
Thursday, January 1, 2009 2:28 PM EST. Harkins is The Citizen's innovation coordinator, an active member of the IGNITE young professionals group in Cayuga County and is always happy to hear from fellow young pros. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
Some who get vaccine not in high-risk groups Nov 3, 2009
Before Los Angeles County health officials stepped up screening at their flu clinics, Natalie Thompson sailed through the long line and got the vaccine along with her 8-year-old son, even though she's not in one of the priority groups. "If I can get it, I'm not gonna say no," said Thompson, 35, of Hollywood Hills. (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Genetics may hold key to prevention, treatment Nov 3, 2009
You use very aggressive screening ... Regular screenings are very important for those at high risk for developing breast cancer, she said, and there are several options ... Due in part to these and other innovations in the diagnosis, screening and treatment of breast cancer, there are about 2. (Bolton Common, MA)
Health care in the Hill Country has never been better Nov 3, 2009
Writer Lauren Cafferty explains the importance of screening for breast cancer and points out that it can be done locally on Parmer Lane in Cedar Park or on Anderson Mill Road at Austin Radiological Association. Deborah Mathison writes, The word hysterectomy used to send a women's to-do list into a tizzy. (Cedar Park Hill Country News Weekender, TX)
Local Planned Parenthood Director Quits, Is Slapped With Restraining Order Nov 3, 2009
The Planned Parenthood latest annual report for 2007 () shows that onlly 3% of services were abortions, 2% various referrals, 36% contraception, 31% STD treatment and testing, 17% cancer screening and prevention, 11% other women's services (incl. pregnancy tests, prenatal, midlife, and infertility). (Slate)
Uranium miners honored at remembrance event Nov 3, 2009
The celebration included the reading of a proclamation from the U.S. Senate and the screening of a video produced by an Oscar winner. We want to express reverence and remembrance and thank the miners and their families. (Grants Cibola County Beacon, NM)
WCMC-Q biomedical research program builds scientific knowledge, technical workforce in Qatar Nov 3, 2009
With additional grants during the year from Qatar Foundation's Undergraduate Research Experience Program, nearly 50 WCMC-Q students are investigating topics such as the molecular and genetic basis of breast cancer and bone formation and barriers to early cancer screening in Arab women. Besides introducing students to the latest research techniques, the research studies familiarize them with the crucial relationship between basic science and medicine. (EurekAlert! -- Business News)
Anguish Over California Teen Suicides Spurs Action Nov 3, 2009
Counseling requests from students are up threefold, and schools are looking into making psychological screening of students routine. Among other gestures to show support to students, teachers at Gunn have canceled quizzes, given out their home phone numbers and held classes outdoors. (Newsmax)
Obama's Achievements Nov 3, 2009
Cajunator wrote on Oct 29, 2009 12:22 PM:" Frank Rizzo: You are correct. When I think about Obama's response to General McChrystal's request for additional troops, I am reminded of Hillary Clinton during her campaign for the Democratic nomination. Remember the "3:00 AM phone call"? General McChrystal submitted the 66 page report requesting 40,000 additional troops on August 30th. In other words, the proverbial "3:00 AM phone call" was made 2 months ago, and Obama must have been screening his... (New Iberia, LA)
Breast cancer stigma endangers poorer women Nov 3, 2009
Indeed, about 192,000 new cases are expected in the U.S. this year, where long-term survival is high thanks in part to good screening. The true prevalence in most developing countries is unknown, because of poor diagnosis and bad record-keeping. (MSNBC -- Health)
Race for the H1N1 vaccine is on Nov 3, 2009
Before Los Angeles County health officials stepped up screening at their flu clinics some people who aren't at high risk for swine flu complications got the much-in-demand vaccine. Sometimes they were healthy adults or senior citizens instead of kids, pregnant women and people with health problems. (USA Today)
Ovarian cancer hard to detect Nov 3, 2009
There is no reliable early screening test, so being proactive should symptoms arise remains the best strategy for now, the women said ... A: YesQ: Is there a reliable early screening test for ovarian cancer. (Florida Today)
Aflatoxin-contaminated corn poses danger to dairy cattle Nov 3, 2009
"Research performed at the Virginia Polytechnic Institute suggests that mechanical screening of corn can reduce aflatoxin concentration in contaminated corn," Garcia said ... Screening to remove fines can be an effective and practical way to reduce aflatoxin concentration to levels that pose less of a risk when the corn is fed to cattle. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Poor nations face booming breast cancer threat: study Nov 3, 2009
Key trouble spots include the lack of an adequate infrastructures so patients can be cared for; getting women to come in for screening; and overcoming the social stigma associated with breast cancer, researchers added. In an effort to counter the challenge, Knaul, one of millions living with breast cancer, will be chairwoman of the upcoming international conference, "Breast Cancer in Developing Countries; Meeting the Unforeseen Challenge to Women, Health and Equity.". (Yahoo! Asia News)
Bowel cancer test relaunched Nov 3, 2009
FIVE months after the national bowel cancer screening program was cancelled when it was found almost half a million people had been given faulty home test kits, the Federal Government is ready to issue new tests ... The $43 million screening program was launched in 2006 to detect the country's second-deadliest cancer, which affects about one in 17 people, but only about 40 per cent of those eligible returned the kits and one third of those who tested positive did not visit their doctor for a... (Sydney Morning Herald -- Australia)
Airport test to stop arrival of Sars and flu 'pointless' Nov 2, 2009
Screening for flu or Sars at UK airports to try to stop a pandemic taking hold in Britain will not work, warns an article in this week's British Medical Journal. Many people could be incubating the infection when tested but not show positive results because flight times are not long enough to allow flu or Sars to develop to the point of detection. (Yahoo News -- SARS)
